- Steel Tubes, Pipes
- Steel Products, such as Coils, Plates, Bars, Wire Rods, Rebars, Rails, Sheet Piles
- Project cargo / breakbulk / Energy Equipment
- Renewables, such as Windmill Blades, Nacelles, Towers, Solar Equipment
- Infested Packaging / Dunnage export / US CBP EAN
Port Agency
Houston serves as the central hub of breakbulk shipments in the United States, and American Shipping and Chartering is the go-to agency for ensuring smooth shipping operations.
With extensive knowledge of port and stevedoring operations in all major ports across the US and Mexico, we are the preferred agent for many ship owners and operators seeking local and general agent services.
Our reputation for reliability and experience has made us the top choice for carriers, and charterers. We provide an unmatched level of expertise, and our team of experts are committed to providing our clients with the highest level of service, available 24/7 to meet your expectations.
Our extensive network of offices ensures seamless services across multiple North American ports, while our Houston office maintains overall responsibility for vessel operations. You can trust us to provide efficient and reliable services every step of the way.
We have built excellent relationships with Port and Government Authorities, Terminal Operators, stevedores, and other vendors. This enables us to offer our Principals and clients exceptional service, the fastest turnaround times, and the most cost-effective services possible.
At American Shipping and Chartering, we handle up to 250 port calls annually, providing individualized and precise care to our Principals and their crews.
Our import department at American Shipping & Chartering is known throughout the shipping industry for being their preferred agent. We provide comprehensive services, including regular vessel updates, bill of lading issuance, arrival notices, AMS issue notifications, help with Agriculture issues, and more. With us, you can be confident that your receiver's cargo will be in capable hands.
We can also file AMS, and our AMS department has many years of knowledge and experience to address all your AMS requisites. With us, you can be confident that your import operations are in capable hands.
By prioritizing our Principal's primary concerns, we ensure that their needs receive the utmost attention. Our team is dedicated to finding the best solutions at the discharge port, guaranteeing our clients a smooth and efficient process.
Choose American Shipping and Chartering for your agency needs, as we have the knowledge, experience, and commitment to make your vessel operations successful.